The Legal Brain: A Lawyer's Guide to Well-Being and Better Job Performance

Legal Profession

The Legal Brain: A Lawyer's Guide to Well-Being and Better Job Performance

By Debra S. Austin
Cambridge University Press May 2024

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ISBN-13
9781009484565
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Publication
May 2024
Format
Paperback
Jurisdiction
U.K. ? Countri(es) for reference only

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The Legal Brain is an essential guide for legal professionals seeking to understand the impact of chronic stress on their brain and mental health. Drawing on the latest neuroscience and psychology research, the book translates complex scientific concepts into actionable advice for legal professionals looking to enhance their well-being and thrive amidst the demands and stressors of the profession. Chapters cover optimizing cognitive fitness and performance, avoiding or healing cognitive damage, and protecting “the lawyer brain.” Whether you are a law student, practicing lawyer, judge, or leader of a legal organization, this book provides valuable insights and strategies for building resilience, maintaining peak performance, and protecting your most important asset - your brain.

Table of Contents

Introduction
1. The Impaired Lawyer
2. The Spectrum from Languishing to Flourishing
3. The Lawyering Culture
4. The Lawyer Brain
5. Memory, Knowledge, and Building Expertise
6. Motivation, Reward, and Developing Habits
7. The Impact of Stress
8. The Influence of Self-Medication
9. The Importance of Fuel
10. Optimizing Brain Health
11. Enhancing Mental Strength
12. Developing an Action Plan for the Neuro-Intelligent Lawyer
13. The Neuro-Intelligent Legal Organization
Conclusion
Endnotes
Bibliography
Index
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